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Welcome from the Camping team Welcome to the Essential Guide to 2022 Camping – packed with all the information you need to find the ideal tent and camping accessories for you and your family. Camping is a wonderful way for you and your family to enjoy the outdoors and it’s fantastic value for money. But whether you are a first-time camper or a veteran, it might all seem a little confusing. There’s no need to panic, though – we’re here to help. In the Essential Guide we have the answers to all the big buying questions. The guide features the highlights of the major manufacturers’ 2022 tent and accessory ranges as well as all the latest news from the world of camping. If you want even more camping advice, why not…

Birthday bonanza for Easy Camp Easy Camp is celebrating its 25th birthday in 2022 with new tents and accessories aimed at young people, couples and families with children. The Easy Camp range is targeted at people aged between 15 and 40 with a limited amount of camping experience. Customers include young people looking for inexpensive camping equipment for festivals, activities and micro adventures; campers who don’t want to spend a lot on equipment and families with camping experience but don’t have strong loyalties to one brand. Two new tents – the Magnetar 200 and 400 – have been added to Easy Camp’s six ranges in 2022, plus the new Void Tarp. The award-winning Moonlight Tipi and Moonlight Yurt glamping tents will continue this year and the Excursion and Tour tent…

2022 Launch News A luxury revolution for the outdoors An award-winning polycotton family tent, new windbreaks and a raft of new accessories are at the heart of Outdoor Revolution’s 2022 camping collection. The new Kalahari PC 9.0 DSE is a cavernous family air tent that can sleep up to 13 people in luxury. It features a breathable, premium technical cotton flysheet, Outdoor Revolution’s unique double side-annexes, patio-style double side doors and a new removable groundsheet system in the front porch. Other features include ceiling windows, darkened bedrooms and the air tube pressure relief valve system – designed to prevent overinflation, and the air frame system comes with a lifetime guarantee for peace of mind. The Kalahari is also the winner of Camping magazine’s Best Luxury Tent for 2022. Outdoor Revolution…

Family tents Family tents come in all shapes and sizes, from four-berth tunnel tents to massive structures capable of sleeping more than a dozen people. What they all have in common is that they’re designed to make family holidays more comfortable Family tents tend to be larger and are designed for longer-term trips than just the occasional night away. The various layouts that are on offer provide comfortable space for extended holidays for larger groups of campers. Generally, big family tents take longer to set up and pack away so aren’t ideal if your time is limited. The packed size and weight of family tents means they’re best suited for transporting by car rather than being carried. They are available in either inflatable or traditional poled versions and can be…

Camping Travel Store Karsten Lacerta The Karsten Lacerta fits the whole family, comes with a sturdy, spacious awning as standard, and is easily expandable, using an extra removable wall and groundsheet. The Lacerta is modern, stormproof and pitched in no time. When the weather’s good, the large awning and interior provide ample room. During rainy weather, or when you feel the need for more living space, it’s supereasy to use the awning to create an extra compartment. By using the removable wall and extending the groundsheet, the living space can be increased to 24m sq. Need more storage space? Karsten’s designers have thought of that, too. The Lacerta’s zip-in storage unit is high, deep and sturdy, but folds up for easy transport. The Lacerta’s headroom is over 2.2m and the…

Coleman Weathermaster 6XL Air BlackOut A great choice for families who value space and comfort, the Coleman Weathermaster 6XL Air BlackOut has an extra-large living space with full head-height throughout, a spacious enclosed porch and three XXL bedrooms to comfortably accommodate up to six people on the campsite. The bedrooms feature Coleman’s revolutionary BlackOut Bedroom technology which stops 99% of light from entering the sleeping area, so that you can sleep in even when the sun has come up. Providing great flexibility, two of the bedrooms can be made into one large one by unzipping the bedroom divider, and the third can be removed completely to allow for increased living and storage space. This option also makes it a great choice for families of four heading off on longer camping…

Outdoor Revolution Kalahari PC 9.0 DSE The all-new 9.0 DSE model is based on the best-selling Outdoor Revolution Airedale 9.0 DSE from the Airedale range, but comes in luxury breathable polycotton with upgraded features such as inflatable double side-annexes (registered design) and the acclaimed patio-style double side doors and new front porch removable groundsheet system. This new polycottton model is set to elevate, stimulate and accentuate your luxury family camping holiday experience, providing maximum living and sleeping accommodation for even the largest family. It is constructed from Outdoor Revolution’s technical polycotton fabric for breathability, keeping down the internal temperature in warm weather while vastly reducing humidity and condensation, plus cutting down on external noise. Features such as rooflight windows, extradeep darkened bedrooms and the famed air tube pressure relief valve…

Snow Peak Landlock Camping trips with the family are guaranteed to create fantastic memories that will live forever and this exquisite tent from Snow Peak will bring a touch of luxury to your summer adventures. It’s a smart-looking tent, with plenty of room for the whole family. And with a robust 150D polyester flysheet, you can relax in comfort, knowing that your tent is ready for whatever the weather throws at you. The Landlock is a sturdy and easy-to-pitch shelter, with a network of criss-crossing metal poles providing strength and rigidity. This is really a tent for summer living, though, and there’s excellent ventilation throughout. The two side doors on the spacious living area can be left open for easy access and airflow and the large panels at each end…

Where to buy Campers have plenty of choice of retail outlets these days – from traditional high street shops to huge superstores In days gone by, camping equipment was generally bought from high street chains and local independents. But there’s now a multitude of retail outlets fighting for your hard-earned pounds and pennies. And as well as traditional ‘bricks and mortar’ shops, there are many retailers operating online, so it’s a really competitive marketplace out there. INDEPENDENT AND HIGH STREET RETAIL OUTLETS Most towns still have at least one camping shop on the high street – either a local independent set-up or one of the chains like Blacks, Millets or Cotswold Outdoors. There are also lots of large independent stores, based on the outskirts or just out of town, that…

2022 Launch News New fabric adds luxury to Outwell tents Family camping specialist Outwell is launching 12 new tents in 2022 – along with a luxury tent fabric and a raft of new camping and outdoor accessories. The Danish company’s 2022 range will comprise a total of 54 tents over seven collections – three air and four pole. Included in new models is Outtex 6000 Endurance RS, a double ripstop 250D Oxford polyester fabric with a 6,000mm hydrostatic head. Outwell says it is four times stronger than traditional 75D fabric. The new Regent Collection includes the Yosemite Lake 4TC, 5TC and 6TC, luxury poled tents with the exclusive Outtex Airtech technical cotton fabric. With easy-to-pitch inflatable designs, the updated Prime Air Collection introduces three new stylish family tents, featuring the…

2022 Launch News Polygon is shape of things to come for Coleman Coleman’s new award-winning Polygon is a versatile tent with a multitude of uses – from glamping getaway to festival base. The distinctively shaped Polygon – which comes in five and six-berth versions – is quick and easy to pitch and offers the sort of features you’d expect on a standard family tent, such as a cable-entry port. Access is through one of Coleman’s ingenious, rigid hinged doors, which open and close like standard entry points. Four of the five side walls can be rolled back completely to give you a full 360° view of your surroundings and allow lots of air and light in. The flysheet can also be removed, transforming the tent into a bugproof screen room,…

2022 Launch News Vango extends eco-friendly camping collection Vango has expanded its Earth collection of camping kit – a pioneering recycled collection of tents, sleeping bags, rucksacks, and furniture. The collection has been created using environmentally friendly fabrics crafted from recycled single-use plastic. Through the expansion of the range in 2022, Vango says it will recycle a minimum amount of plastic waste equivalent to 8.2 million plastic bottles. Tent highlights of the Earth collection include the Rome Air and the new awardwinning Vesta Air, both of which feature the brand’s recently-introduced AirBeam S.I Pro technology. The Adventure CLR tent collection uses surplus fabric from tent manufacturing combined with Protex Zero fabric made from single-use plastics, both designed to prevent wastage and help to protect the environment. The collection includes the…

For the weekend Quick to pitch and easy to pack away, weekend and touring tents let you get on with the important stuff, like having fun. Meanwhile, adventure tents allow you to get even closer to the great outdoors Picture courtesy of Robens Weekend tents, also known as touring tents, are smaller shelters which have less living space but are quick and easy to pitch and pack away, making them ideal for shorter breaks when time is at a premium. Like family models, weekend tents come in poled or inflatable versions and are available in a range of styles, including domes, tunnels and hybrids of the two. They tend to be for a maximum of four or five people but work especially well for couples who want a little more…

Camp-let Passion The name Camp-let is made up of two Danish words: “camp”, which is the same as camping in English, and “let”, which means easy. These two words have been Camp-let’s motto since 1969, and we endeavour to continue this for 2022 with the North and Passion models.Steve Biggs MD Isabella UK The Camp-let Passion gives you everything you’ve dreamed of for a comfortable stay in the great outdoors. Listen to the sounds of nature, smell the scent of the woods, all while lying in comfort on your foam mattress away from the cold and damp of the ground in a dark sleeping cabin, yet still being able to enjoy the breeze from the smart ventilation openings. The Passion has integrated blackout curtains as standard in the awning. That…

Khyam AirTek 8 Pro The Khyam flagship AirTek 8 Pro has been a firm favourite for years. It’s packed with many features and is one of the most striking tents out there. This inflatable family tent features the unique Vista doors that allow the entire side of the tent to be opened up onto a single canopy frame into a large side sun canopy. This allows ease of access to three individual doors, all of which have secondary mesh backing, designed to make it the most ventilated tent on the market today. The king-size bedrooms offer huge sleeping space, more than enough to fit in four full-size double airbeds. Sheltered under the Sleep Easy bedroom fabric, this darkened area allows for a better night’s sleep. All rooms have floor-to-ceiling zipped…

Outwell Queensdale 8PA The Queensdale 8PA is a superb example of an extra-large family tent, offering a combination of flexible sleeping and living accommodation and top-quality materials. As you would expect from Outwell, it’s also packed full of useful features designed to make your camping more comfortable. This versatile inflatable tunnel tent is brand-new for 2022 but is already proving popular with retailers, who know a thing or two about what campers are looking for. In addition to the excellent range of features, what makes the Queensdale stand out from the crowd is the huge amount of flexible living space. The three zones provide you with a wet room, dry living room and a bedroom area. It can sleep up to eight people in four bedrooms, making the set-up ideal…

Vango Anantara IV Air 450XL The Vango Anantara IV Air collection – which also includes the Anantara VI Air 650XL, TC 650XL and the TC 450XL – is the epitome of luxury camping. Celebrating the 10-year anniversary of Vango AirBeam®, the new Anantara features the revolutionary AirBeam® S.I Pro Single Point Inflation System, designed to make pitching even easier. This prestigious tent delivers premium features, components and layout, all carefully considered to ensure a truly luxurious camping experience. Featuring Vango’s new Tinted Diamond Pro windows, the collection offers additional privacy and insulation and benefits from Midnight Bedrooms, keeping the morning light at bay. Spacious dimensions are enhanced by Skylight windows and the near-vertical walls of the Villa Construction style. AirZone panels provide additional airflow throughout the tent, alongside the new…

How to bag a bargain Camping gear can be expensive, but you don’t have to spend loads. Follow our tips to pick up great kit for a fraction of the usual cost 1 BUY OUT OF SEASON The golden rule for finding a real bargain is to go shopping when no one else is buying. Outdoor shops struggle to keep up with demand at the start of the season and during the peak holiday months, but when winter comes around they suddenly have to find ways to clear their shelves and make room for the new season’s gear. That’s when prices fall and you can pick up a great deal. It’s not just tents – look out for discounted winter jackets in spring and cheap walking boots in January, February…

Retro style from Robens The Robens tent range has undergone a revamp for 2022, with the addition of new collections and new models. A total of 51 tents now feature in the Robens collection, with 14 of them new launches this year. The Navigator range features three new tents – Green Cone PRS, Klondike PRS and Chinook Ursa PRS. Based on retro style, the Navigator range combines three tried-and-tested Robens tipi designs with polyester fabric to bring down the packed size. New additions to the popular Outback collection are the Klondike S, Yukon Shelter, Prospector Shanty, Prospector Castle, Outback Windscreen. The Outback tents are aimed at wilderness enthusiasts or at experienced campers making a lifestyle statement. The Pioneer 2EX is new two-berth addition to the Route range of entry-level technical…

Campingaz classic receives an update Campingaz has updated its classic Camp’Bistro stove for 2022 with a new look and safety upgrades. The single-burner stove features a cartridge safety locking system to avoid potential gas leaks and a two-stage automatic gas shut-off safety system. Larger side vents and stainless-steel material on the gas storage compartment prevent overheating. Extended arms stop larger pans being placed over the gas cartridge compartment. And the reversed opening of the gas storage compartment means this can’t be opened when a pan is on the stove. The new Camping Chef Folding CV has two powerful and efficient burners plus an additional 1,500W downward grill. It operates with Campingaz CV470 Plus cartridges, via the pre-attached hose and regulator. When not in use, it packs away like a briefcase;…

New touring tent joins Zempire range Zempire is launching a new small touring tent as part of its award-winning Evo series range for 2021. The four-berth Evo TS joins updated versions of the existing Evo tents. The TS is designed for shorter camping trips. Zempire’s Evo Series was launched by the New Zealand brand in 2020, with three models, TM, TL and TXL, and in 2022 the tents have been redesigned from the ground up, with new features that improve ventilation, durability and comfort. The updated versions of the TL and TXL feature the Multi-Room Inner, which gives you multiple options for setting up your inner tent/bedrooms. The Evo features an open-plan design with multiple ventilation points, making it ideal for summertime family camping. The tents are also constructed with…

Tent style guide Become an instant expert on all the different types of tent available, from tunnel to vis-à-vis Your choice of tent style will depend upon the kind of camping that you plan to do and who it’ll be with. The distinction between types is becoming less clear-cut these days, with some designs borrowing elements of different types. But to make things clearer, we’ve put together a guide to the basic types of family tent to help you make your choice. TUNNEL TENTS Tunnel tents are currently the most popular and common type of family tent. Two, three or four poles (inflatable, fibreglass, steel or alloy) combine to provide the tunnel shape. Tunnel tents are generally made up of two or three ‘zones’, with one or two separate living…

Get into gear Choosing the right accessories to take along with you is almost as important as the tent itself. Be clear about your individual requirements and you don’t need to spend a fortune on gear that’s just going to gather dust in the garage Camping accessories fall into four broad categories: sleeping, eating, indoor and outdoor living. Depending on your individual camping needs, you will have different priorities. If you plan to spend most of your days in the hills or canoeing around the adjacent lake, you can probably do without a fancy gazebo, armchairs and recliners in favour of better-quality mattresses and sleeping bags to guarantee a good night’s sleep after enjoying an action-packed adventure in the great outdoors. On the other hand, if relaxing with a book…

Campingaz & Coleman Camping Chef Folding CV A good stove is an essential for any family camping trip and this new multifunctional, two-burner stove from Campingaz certainly ticks all the boxes. The Camping Chef Folding CV has two powerful and efficient burners plus an additional 1,500W downward grill which means you can cook eggs in a frying pan while you’re toasting two slices of bread simultaneously. The burners can be adjusted independently of each other and feature child-safe controls for precise heat management. Large pan supports can accommodate full-sized cookware, so it’s easy to cook enough for everyone in your camping party. When not in use, it packs away like a briefcase; simply fold down the lid and close the clasps to protect it from being damaged. Operating with Campingaz…

North New for 2022, the Camp-let North brings together the best features of two previous models with a new colour scheme. Looking for freedom, being able to spontaneously take off in search of new adventures? Camp-let North trailer tent is the perfect choice when you want to enjoy the countryside in first class. Integrated poles mean you can quickly put the Camp-let North up and take it down with a few basic steps. The Camp-let North has room for the whole family. The spacious lounge area and ventilated sleeping cabins with room for four give you 18 sq m of holiday accommodation. If you decide to stay for a while in one place, you can quickly extend with a sun canopy and annexe. With its canvas made of the unique…

Regatta Kolima V2 6 This six-man family tunnel tent is camping made easy. The Kolima, with darkened bedrooms and a spacious living area, can be pitched in minutes, thanks to the inflatable poles. The solid structure provides reliable, weatherproof comfort with a rugged outer and a sewn-in groundsheet The living area has panoramic windows, curtains and mesh venting to create a bright and airy space. The side door can be converted into a canopy using poles available separately, and the multiple vents and mesh doors allow airflow throughout the tent, while keeping out unwanted insects. The darkened bedroom at the rear – with a toggled divider – blocks the late evening and early morning sunshine to help you have a better night’s sleep. The tent pitches outer first with the…

Zempire Evo TS Joining the multi-award-winning Evo series of tents in 2022 is the new Evo TS. Ideal for shorter trips where weight, pack size, and speed are the top priority, the TS has everything you need and nothing you don’t, making it perfect for weekend family breaks or couples touring. Constructed with inflatable SeroLink beam technology, the Evo TS is quick and simple to pitch, leaving more time for you to sit back and relax. SeroLink has an angled beam structure which provides more headroom inside and greater rigidity, ensuring the frame holds its shape, for a quiet and cosy haven, whatever the weather. An open-plan design with multiple ventilation points means the inside remains cool, ideal in the heat of summer. The bedroom is constructed with light-diffusing fabric…